How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Saturday, April 4th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in California is $2,670 but can pay up to $5,187 per week.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for Interventional Radiology RN

Travel Contract

Interventional Radiology RN

Mission Hills, CA
Catalytic Solutions
3x12 hrs, Flexible
Referral Bonus

$3,015/week

Flexible

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 11 days ago

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

San Diego, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,470/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

Oakland, CA
Malone Healthcare - Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,469/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Clearlake, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,468/week

Days

4x10

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Bakersfield, CA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,468/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 4 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

Clearlake, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,467/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Santa Rosa, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,467/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Torrance, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,467/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Torrance, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,467/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Fullerton, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,467/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Eureka, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,467/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Kentfield, CA
Health Advocates Network - Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,466/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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View job details for Chemotherapy Infusion RN

Travel Contract

Chemotherapy Infusion RN

Crescent City, CA
Coast Medical Service
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,466/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Wound Care

San Francisco, CA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,465/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Napa, CA
Coast Medical Service
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,465/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

San Leandro, CA
Trustaff
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,464/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Case Management

Torrance, CA
Trustaff
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,464/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

Verified

View job details for Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Chula Vista, CA
Supplemental Health Care
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,464/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse

Crescent City, CA
Coast Medical Service
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,464/week

Days

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for PACU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

PACU Registered Nurse

Los Angeles, CA
Secure Nursing Service LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,463/week

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

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California Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,460/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in California is $2,460 per week. This is 12% higher than the US average of $2,158.

Last updated on April 2, 2026. Based on 8,209 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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California Travel Nursing Jobs FAQs

What are the best agencies for Travel Nursing jobs in California?

The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in California are LanceSoft (431 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (171 jobs), and IDR Healthcare (167 jobs).

What are the Registered Nurse licensing requirements in California?

You can find out the RN licensing and renewal requirements for new or experienced registered nurses at our California RN Licensing guide.

What hospitals in California currently have the most travel Travel Nursing job opportunities?

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in California are Adventist Health Bakersfield (102 jobs), Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (92 jobs), and White Memorial Medical Center (71 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, April 4th 2026, Vivian has 179 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $78 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $133 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, April 4th 2026, Vivian has 10 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $73 per hour on average and up to $87 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, April 4th 2026, Vivian has 270 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $66 per hour on average, and up to $100 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Is California a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC)?

No, California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC).

How much does obtaining a nursing license in California cost?

Cost to obtain a nursing license in California varies from $300-$350.

How often do you need to renew your nursing license in California?

Nursing license needs to be renewed every two years.

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